Paste Production Technician

Paste Production Technician

Company: Food Production Company
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 06:00-14:00
Flexibility: Must be flexible to work alternative shifts when required

About the Company

We are a food production company committed to delivering high-quality products while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality and operational excellence. We value our people and aim to create a positive working environment where employees can develop their skills, contribute ideas and grow within the business.

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and reliable Hotfill / Line Technician (Paste) to set up, operate and supervise production lines, ensuring that all activities meet the required operational, quality and safety standards.

Working closely with Line Operatives, Team Leaders and Engineers, you will help ensure the smooth running of production, maintain high standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and identify opportunities to improve processes and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare production lines to ensure efficient and effective operation.
• Coordinate and supervise Line Operatives, ensuring production targets and operating standards are achieved.
• Promote and maintain high standards of Health & Safety, raising concerns and recommending improvements where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
• Complete and maintain accurate production and process documentation.
• Monitor production performance, record relevant information and report issues to Engineers and Team Leaders.
• Carry out initial investigations into production issues, using initiative and sound judgement to identify potential causes and solutions.
• Maintain product quality and ensure all production activities meet the required standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and management to support continuous improvement.
• Provide operational cover when required to meet business needs.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adapt to changing production requirements, including alternative shift patterns when necessary.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A flexible approach to work and the ability to adapt to changing business requirements.
• A strong sense of integrity and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Good leadership and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to coordinate and support a team.
• The ability to use your own initiative, make decisions and resolve day-to-day operational issues.
• A good understanding of GMP requirements and the importance of maintaining food safety, hygiene and quality standards.
• The ability to manage responsibility while remaining focused in a fast-paced production environment.
• A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement, with a willingness to identify opportunities to improve people, processes and performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively with Line Operatives, Team Leaders, Engineers and other key colleagues.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, leads by example and is committed to delivering high standards every day. You should be organised, dependable and comfortable working in a team environment, while also being confident enough to take responsibility and raise concerns when necessary.